Unique + FREE way to get active this spring in Alabama

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It’s a tale as old as time: You want to exercise, but you don’t know where to start, or you don’t have enough time in your schedule, or maybe you don’t want to pay for a gym membership.

But the outdoor fitness courts popping up across Alabama are free and allow you to get a full-body workout in as little as seven minutes. They’ve quickly grown across the state, and by the end of 2026, there will be over 30 fitness courts in Alabama parks and at college and high school campuses.

Keep reading for a full list of these outdoor fitness courts, and learn why you’ll love this free workout!

Get a full body workout in 7 minutes

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and the National Fitness Campaign designed fitness courts that provide free access to workouts and ensure equitable exercise opportunities for all communities.

Each fitness court boasts seven exercise stations that encourage you to use your body weight and get a complete workout. Here are some quick facts to know before you visit:

• Fitness courts are designed for all fitness levels + abilities
• Guests must be ages 14+
• Download the free Fitness Court App to enhance your experience

At these free fitness courts, you can work on the following exercise movements:

• Agility
• Bend
• Core
• Lunge
• Pull
• Push
• Squat

This is a unique resource, but there are even more fun ways to get active—no matter what time of year or where you live. Check out more unexpected workouts across Alabama.

Where can I find a fitness court in Alabama?

Currently, there are 28 fitness courts open across Alabama cities.

• Birmingham area:
  • Fultondale: Black Creek Park, 900 Rowe Drive, Fultondale, AL 35217
  • Homewood: Homewood Athletic Complex, 121 W Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL 35209
  • Hoover: Veterans Park, 4800 Valleydale Road, Birmingham, AL 35242
  • Kimberly: Kimberly Municipal Park, 8124 Warrior-Kimberly Rd, Kimberly, AL 35091
  • Leeds: Leeds Memorial Park, 1159 Montevallo Road SW, Leeds, AL 35094
  • Munford: ALT Factory, 55 Laser Boulevard, Munford, AL 36268
• Athens: Athens Sports Complex: 1403 Highway 31 N , Athens, AL 35611
• Cullman: New Good Hope Park: 2551 County Road 437, Cullman, AL 35057
• Daphne: Al Trione Park, 8600 Whispering Pines Rd, Daphne, AL 36526
• Decatur: Wilson Morgan Park, 300 Beltline Road SW, Decatur, AL 35601
• Dothan:
  • Westgate Park, 501 Recreation Road, Dothan, AL 36303
  • James Oats Park, 300 Taylor Rd, Dothan, AL 36301
• Enterprise: Enterprise Recreation Center, 1219-1211 Bellwood Rd, Enterprise, AL 36330
• Fairhope: Mike Ford Tennis Center at Stimpson Park, 600 Morphy Ave, Fairhope, AL 36532
• Florence: Martin Park,337 N Royal Ave, Florence, AL 35630
• Hartselle: Sparkman Park, 1102 Madison Street SW, Hartselle, AL 35640
• Huntsville:
  • Apollo Park, 5905 University Drive NW, Huntsville, AL 35806
  • Hays Farm Park, 2040 Wayland Walk SW, Huntsville, AL 35802
  • Legacy Park: 6000 Cecil Fain Drive, Huntsville, AL 35801
  • John Hunt Park: 2305 Airport Road SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
• Northport:
  • Western Levee Trail Trailhead, 3950 3rd Street, Northport, AL 35476
  • Tiger Park, 2700 Hospital Dr, Northport, AL 35476
• Oxford: Choccolocco Park, 954 Leon Smith Parkway, Oxford, AL 36203
• Prattville: Pratt Park, 460 Doster Road, Prattville, AL 36067
• Prichard: City Park, 216 E Prichard Ave, Prichard, AL 36610
• Red Bay: The Red Bay Water Park: 703 2nd Street W, Red Bay, AL 35582
• Saraland: Town Center Park, 712A Saraland Blvd S, Saraland, AL 36571
• Thomasville: Thomasville Children’s Park & Splash Pad: 1251 Kimbrell Street, Thomasville, AL 36784

But there are even more fitness courts planned for community parks, school campuses and more spots across Alabama cities. Check out a few more coming this year:

• Birmingham:
  • A.H. Parker High School
  • Huffman High School
  • Patton Park
  • East Lake Park
  • Norwood Park
• Central Alabama Community College:
  • Prattville campus
  • Alexander City campus
• Irondale: Beacon Park

Have you seen or tried an outdoor fitness court near you? Tag us @thebamabuzz and let us know! Stay connected with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama for health and wellness advice.

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